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Come worship with us this Sunday at 10:00 AM
and Sunday School at 11:00 AM!
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COMMUNION RAIL OFFERING
This Sunday, as part of worship, we will be celebrating the Lord’s Supper (also known as the Eucharist or Holy Communion). As is our custom, we will be collecting a special communion rail offering. The offering this Sunday will be the annual Human Relations Day offering.
57% of the offering goes to Community Developers Program. This program helps churches serve their neighborhoods - especially communities of color - by focusing on local needs like education, employment, and empowerment.
33% of the offering goes to United Methodist Voluntary Services. The program equips volunteers and congregations tackle injustice through hands-on projects, community organizing, and service-learning opportunities.
10% of the offering goes to Youth Offender Rehabilitation Programs. These church-supported programs help young people rebuild their lives through mentoring, leadership training, and positive, faith-based community experiences.
Isaiah 49:1-7 reminds us that God calls us to be a light and promises that our work in God’s name has purpose. Human Relations Day, inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King’s vision of the beloved community, invites the United Methodist Church to built relationships rooted in dignity, equity, and love. Through our shared connection, every gift tells a story of hope and restoration. Together, our connectional giving support ministries that strengthen communities and reflect Christ’s love.
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Pastor Jack Womack's Sunday School Class
Pastor Jack invites you to stay after church as we look into “James” this Sunday! It is a relatively short text so feel free to read it prior to class. Grab your Bible and plan to join us this Sunday!
Rev Jack Womack
281-948-0424
Jack@Seabrookumc.org
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Greg Way's Sunday School Class
Our Genesis Class will be looking at biblical occasions of God's calling. We'll continue this Sunday with Matthew's account of Jesus's calling of the first Apostles.
Please consider joining us Sunday after our Worship Service!
Greg
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Adult Bible Study with Bill
This class is based on the Cokesbury Adult Bible Studies series, copies of which are provided without cost. I share my own insights and often cover different material than what's in the book. However, you may gain further insights into the lesson if you have the book. I encourage open discussion in class. I strongly believe that we can all learn from the insight and experiences of others. It's all right to disagree with what I say; my goal is simply to help broaden your understanding of scripture.
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SCOUTING FOR FOOD
Scouting for Food (SFF) is a Boy Scouts of America (Scouting America) initiative to collect food during the month of January when there is a dramatic decrease in food donations following the holidays. I am the San Jacinto District Chair for SFF and I am working with dozens of units to collect food specifically during the week of January 24-January 31. I live in the Seabrook area and you may or may not receive a door hanger placed by a scout during that time requesting food donations in advance and they will pick up the following week. There is a lot of ground to cover! To cast a larger net, I am working with Seabrook United Methodist Church, 3300 Lakeside Drive, Seabrook, Texas to be a collection site. Their hours for drop off are: Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 am until noon; and 1:00 pm until 3:30 pm. The office is closed on Fridays.
We are working closely with InterFaith Caring Ministries (League City) to receive these donations. Their urgent needs for January are: potted meats of all kinds, tuna, chicken, beef and soups. However, they are always happy to have peanut butter, crackers, mac-n-cheese, all canned vegetables and canned fruits, cooking oil, spices, protein bars.
I will have a big box in the Fellowship Hall for your donations.
Thank you,
Charlotte Cherry-Dennis
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MONDAY BOOK CLUB
Join us for a 10-week study of John Ortberg’s book entitled “If You Want to Walk On Water You’ve Got To Get Out of the Boat”, exploring faith and an understanding of God’s call for our lives.
Week two of the study is Monday, February 2 from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm at the Church.
Call or email Robin Brey at 210-884-4988/brey@uthscsa.edu for questions.
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Faith ‘N Fitness
This Week only:
Thursday, Jan. 29th
10:00 AM Coffee and Fellowship
10:30 AM Workouts
All fitness levels are welcome, just show up and have fun!
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United Methodist Church Bishops Condemn Violence in Minnesota
1/26/2026 - Bishop News
January 26, 2026
Grace and peace to you in the name of Jesus Christ.
In recent days, events in Minnesota and beyond have caused deep grief, concern, and alarm across our connection. The use of lethal force in public spaces, the detention of naturalized citizens, members of our indigenous communities, children, documented and undocumented immigrants, and the treatment of other vulnerable persons have weighed heavily on the hearts of many in our church. These actions have unsettled communities, strained trust, and intensified fear among those already living at the margins.
Scripture reminds us that “when one part of the body suffers, we all suffer with them (I Corinthians 12:26). As a Connectional church, we are reminded that we are one body that cares for and needs each other. The whole body is suffering, right now, today! The violence being perpetrated on our streets, the loss of safety, and the inhumane treatment of God’s children, are hurting us all. We cannot stay silent in the face of the evils of our day.
The United Methodist Church deplores the use of violence, fear, separation, and intimidation as a means of creating social order. Such means do not build beloved community. We reaffirm our longstanding commitment to the sacred worth of every person and to the way of peace taught and embodied by Jesus. We stand against the separation of children from their families. We detest the inhumane, evil actions that are perpetuated by governmental authorities.
Our Social Principles are clear: “We reject governmental use of threats, extortion, unlawful detentions, extrajudicial killings, and other forms of coercion to silence political opponents and those objecting to unlawful or immoral government policies and practices.” They further affirm that the church has both the right and the responsibility to educate and equip its members to be advocates for justice in the wider world (¶163D).
This is a moment that calls for prayerful courage to speak against actions that are bringing harm to our neighbors. This is our time to have an effectual faith that stands with those who are suffering. This is our faithful response to our baptismal vow that summons us into what is required of us “to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with our God” (Micah 6:8). We must continue to work for justice to help heal the brokenness in our communities and in the world.
We ask you to pray for peace and for justice. And we ask that we work together with our communities so that we can create a world where the sword is turned into plowshares, and the lion lays down with the lamb. May we be faithful disciples of Jesus Christ, who empowered by the Holy Spirit, do our part to bring comfort, just practices, and healing for all God’s suffering people.
In Christ’s peace,
Bishop Tracy S. Malone
President, Council of Bishops
The United Methodist Church
Media Contact:
Rev. Dr. Maidstone Mulenga
Director of Communications - Council of Bishops
(202) 748-5172 (Office)
News
COB Office
100 Maryland Ave NE
Washington DC 20002
Phone: 202-547-6270
Fax: 202-547-6272
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Church Flower Calendar
If you would like to donate flowers for the Sanctuary in honor of a loved one, or in memory of a loved one, or "just because", please contact Velita Way at Seabrook United Methodist Church, 281-326-1970, for details.
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All new Newsletter articles need
to be submitted to Velita Way
at the church office,
velita@seabrookumc.org
by Monday afternoon.
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Church Refrigerator/Freezer
Please mark all items left in the Church refrigerator and freezer with the date it was left and the name of the group it belongs to. Unmarked items will have to be thrown away.
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ARE YOU LOOKING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
HERE ARE SOME PLACES YOU CAN.
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Family Promise
Are you looking for an occasional reminder that you are sitting in a comfortable seat in this world? That you have a roof over your head, food in your belly, and that, on many days, you are in control of the smaller things in your life - when to wake, sleep, eat, exercise, or bathe.
Family Promise can remind you!
Training required - about an hour.
Commitment - Seabrook United Methodist Church volunteers are on the roster 4 times a year, 2 evenings and/or nights a week. That’s 8 times a year max. And you can choose to participate just once a year and still support this program!
Contributions - Purchasing, preparing, and serving dinner dishes. Eating and conversing with families. Interacting with children. Spending a night at our host church, Clear Lake United Methodist Church. And, with any of these, listening to and encouraging our Family Promise guests.
Reward - A glimpse into the lives of others who are currently challenging themselves to create a comfortable seat for their family in this world. They are working on this challenge with the support of the Family Promise program, and you can be a part of us.
https://familypromise.org/ to learn more.
Next Family Promise opportunities will be Tuesday, February 10 and Thursday, February 12. Training can be provided with advance notice.
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Our coordinator is Hilary Gibbs. If you would like to get involved, please contact Hilary at 832-385-2414 or Velita at the church office
(281-326-1970) and she will pass on your interest to Hilary.
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The Gathering Place
We partner with Care Partners, an organization which ministers to people dealing with memory issues and their caregivers. Once a month we host a gathering at the church, providing social interaction and entertainment and games and a meal. If you would like to get involved, please contact Kris Brummerhop at kbhop709@gmail.com.
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Food Assistance
Donate groceries or cash for The Bridge over Troubled Waters, a facility housing for abused families; help with bagging the groceries; join our precious Cookie Angels and bake homemade cookies/cup cakes/treats for the children at the Bridge. If you would like to get involved, please contact Velita Way at Velita@Seabrookumc.org.
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FOOD DONATIONS FOR THE FOOD ASSIST PROGRAM
(no glass, please)
Please place items in the box in the Fellowship Hall
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Know someone who is hurting? Someone who is sick? Someone depressed?
Come by the Church Office and pick up a beautiful prayer shawl and card to give them when you visit. These prayer shawls are lovingly made by one of our members to bring comfort and peace.
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Bell Choir
Rehearsal Wednesday
at 6:00pm
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CHANCEL CHOIR
REHEARSAL WEDNESDAY AT 7:00 PM
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CHILDREN'S CHOIR
We welcome all children ages PreK-3 through 5th grade to join the Seabrook United Methodist Church Children’s Choir! Rehearsals are in the Sanctuary right after the worship service and last about 30 minutes. Come sing with us! Our goals are to make a joyful noise, have fun, and praise God through music. Hope to see you Sunday!
For any questions, please contact Robin Brey at 210-884-4988 or by email at brey@uthscsa.edu.
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Seabrook United Methodist Church
Board of Stewards Meeting
To view the Summaries of the meetings, click on the link below:
Board of Stewards Meetings
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Do not be anxious about anything,
but in every situation,
by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving,
present your requests to God.
"Dear Lord, thank you for your love so great,
destroying all sadness and hate.
You’ll love us forevermore,
heaven is an open door.
Oh, Lord my God, I’m praising you,
for everything and all you do.
Life is great until we sin,
Lord, help us show the love within.
God, you are the Lord our King.
God, you are my everything".
Lord, we pray for...
Lane, Kim & Judy Barnett,
Suze Benson & family,
Robin Brey,
Mike Bryant,
Charlie Craig,
Myrna & Adri Cruz,
Linda & James D.
Patricia Day,
Phyllis DeVore,
John George,
Mark Geiselhart and brother, Lynn,
Zachary Geren,
Mary Guchone,
Neala Gunderson's cousin, Joann,
Christie Hall and her mother,
Billy &Tommy Hampton,
Valerie & Chuck Hellriegel,
Beryl Hill,
Smitty Hinners,
Debra Hodapp (Ms. Debra) and family,
Alex and Charles Jackson,
Bob Kidder,
Clint King,
Ed Koubek,
Laurian,
Liza Ligon,
Brittany Lore,
Andrea Perdue,
Chris Price,
Gary Rice,
Ceil Ripple,
Scott & Kristin Ripple,
Lillie, Megan & Katie Ripple,
Jason & Helen Ripple,
Bob & Carol Robinson,
Dick Rogan,
Caitlyn Rooney,
Pat Siler and her daughter Kathy
Will, Sabrina & Ivy Schmidt,
Mark Schneider,
Christine & Francis Sepehri,
Sue Stacy,
for the family and friends of Sandy Sudbrook's mother, Marilyn Hope,
Linda Tiedt,
for the family and friends of Jean Titus,
Joe Unger,
Jason Waggoner,
Velita Way,
Harvey & Virginia Wiles,
Barbara Womack,
Rev. Jack Womack,
Betty Woodfill,
Lee Yom
Dear God, we come together this day to worship and praise you, Lord. Your love shapes us, your creation, into figures with kind hearts and loving minds. You took our sins away; you are our Lamb. In your name, Amen, Amen, and Amen!
Thankful hearts for family gatherings at Christmas time;
pray for those who are hurting;
pray for all the discord in our country;
for USA; Israel and all the countries;
for all our brave people serving in the military and their families;
for our church family;
for Family Promise Volunteers and Families;
for the Gathering Place Crew;
for our LGBTQIA+ Siblings;
and for the United Methodist Church.
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I will praise you, Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your name forever.
Psalm 86:12
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